2006-09-05 City Council minutesSeptember 5, 2006
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
I Minutes of the Regular Meeting
Held Tuesday, September 5, 2006
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the City Council, City of
Mendota Heights, Minnesota was held at 7:30 o'clock p.m. at City Hall, 1101 Victoria
Curve, Mendota Heights, Minnesota.
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Huber called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
The following members were present: Mayor Huber,
Councilmembers Duggan, Krebsbach, Schneeman and
Vitelli.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council, the audience and staff recited the Pledge of
Allegiance.
AGENDA ADOPTION Councilmember Vitelli asked if the Infill issue could be
added to the agenda and why the Council is waiting so
long as the public hearing has been closed.
Councilmember Krebsbach suggested that it be put onto
the next agenda to give more time for discussion. Mayor
Huber said he may not be available for the next meeting.
Councilmember Vitelli said he would like to see the
parking discussion on the next agenda as well.
Councilmember Duggan moved adoption of the agenda
for the meeting. Councilmember Vitelli seconded the
motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Councilmember Schneeman moved to approve the
minutes of the August 15, 2006 council meeting minutes
as corrected. Councilmember Vitelli seconded the
motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
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CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Duggan moved approval of the consent
calendar for the meeting, revised to remove items 6c, 6i,
6k, and 60, along with authorization for execution of
any necessary documents contained therein.
a. Acknowledgement of the NDC4 Meeting Minutes
and Agenda.
b. Acknowledgement of the NDC4 Draft 2007 Budget.
e. Aeknewledgement of the minutes from the A-ugus
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d. Acknowledgement of the minutes from the August
22nd , 2006 Planning Commission Meeting.
e. Acknowledgement of the Summary of the Meeting
with MHAA.
f, Acknowledgement of the August 2006 Building
Activity Report.
g. Acknowledgement of the July 2006 Monthly Fire
Department Report.
h. Authorization for Out of State Training for Officer
Eric Petersen.
i. Authorization for- Handgtm PuEehase.
j. Authorization for Network Router Purchase.
k. Auffierization for- Mayer to sign Engagement Lett
with HLB Tautges Redpath fei: 2006 Audit.
1. Approval of Date Change for September Parks &
Recreation Conunission Meeting.
m. Approval of Date Change for September Airports
Relations Commission Meeting.
n. Approval of Sam K-uchinka's Successful Completion
of Probationary Period.
e. Approval of AppeiRtment of Lake Sedlaeel
Assistant to Gity Administr-ator- Position.
p. Approval for Sign Pen-nit for Associated Bureaus
Headquarters site at 1500 Commerce Drive.
q. Adoption of Resolution No. 06-73: "A resolution
approving a minor amendment to the planned unit
development for signage for Sage Market, the Dom
Company, and State Farm Insurance at the Town
Center Redevelopment Project".
r. Adoption of Resolution No. 06-74: "A resolution
adjusting fire department salaries effective January
1, 2006".
s. Adoption of Resolution No. 06-75: "A resolution
approval final plans and specifications, and
authorizing advertisement for bids for construction
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of Somerset Neighborhood Rainwater Gardens
(Project 200516)".
t. Adoption of Resolution No. 06-76: "A resolution
adopting policy concerning the construction of
fences around city storm water ponds and wetlands".
u. Approval of the List of Contractors.
v. Approval of the List of Claims dated September 5,
2006 and totaling $244,319.97.
Councilmember Krebsbach seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
ITEMS PULLED FOR Item #6c:
DISCUSSIONS Councilmember Krebsbach asked to have updated
reports on the MHAA budget, and updated information
on the participants of the teams, specialized
neighborhood parks, gym space. Councilmember
Krebsbach said she would like to have better
communication regarding the ISD #197 and their field
space/usage.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
Item #6i:
Councilmember Duggan said he was concerned about
the high cost of the gun proposal, but now understands
that the high cost of this request is because the police
officers needed different grips to accommodate each
officer.
Councilmember Duggan moved approval of the
Handgun Purchase as proposed. Councilmember Vitelli
seconded the motion.
Item #6k:
Councilmember Schneeman said she wanted to make
sure that it was understood that the fees that will be paid
to the accountants will not exceed what has been agreed
on, and should any additional time be needed, the fee
change would be reviewed by Kristen Schabacker.
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Councilmernber Vitelli said he supports Ms. Schabacker
at any time she would feel the need to seek bids from
other financial institutions. Ms. Schabacker said she is
fine with retaining HLB Tautges Redpath and this will
be their fourth year of auditing for the City. Ms.
Schabacker said it would be fine if the City Council
decides to seek bids for next year.
Councilmernber Vitelli moved approval to continue the
current contract with HLB Tautges Redpath to perfonn
the 2006 audit at a cost of $33,600, and to have Mayor
Huber sign the engagement letter. Councilmernber
Vitelli seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
Item 60:
Mayor Huber introduced the new Assistant to the City
Administrator, Mr. Jake Sedlacek. Mr. Sedlacek gave a
brief history of his past experience.
Councihnember Krebsbach moved to approve the hiring
of Jake Sedlacek as the Assistant to the City
Administrator. Councilmernber Duggan seconded the
motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
PUBLIC COMMENTS None were received at this time.
HEARING: SAGE MARKET City Clerk Swanson stated that Council had previously
& WINE BAR approved a wine license for the Sage Market and Wine
Bar. The applicant, Bob Kowalski, is now seeking an
additional license to serve 3.2 beer and to serve wine on
Sundays. The Sunday wine license is supplemental to
the wine license previously approved.
Mr. Kowalski said he has had numerous requests from
residents to serve wine on Sunday and 3.2 beer all week.
Councilmernber Krebsbach said she is concerned about
this establishment turning into a sports bar. Also,
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
Ayes: 4
Nays: I (Councilperson Krebsbach)
MOTION CARRIED
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Mendota Plaza has expressed interest in a beer license
for some time and has not yet come before Council for a
license. She des not support beer at the wine bar.
Mr. Kowalski assured the City Council that it was not
his intent to have televisions and a sports bar business.
Councilmember Schneeman said she was in support of
the beer license because she has received comments
from residents that do not drink wine, and would like to
have the alternative of beer.
Councilmember Vitelli said he is in fall support of this
request as there is no other place to go in the City to
enjoy a glass of wine or a glass of beer.
Mayor Huber asked for questions and comments from
the audience.
There being no question or comments, Councilmember
Duggan moved that the public hearing be closed.
Councilmember Schneeman seconded the motion.
Councilmember Duggan moved approval of the Special
Sunday On-Sale Wine license as proposed.
Councilmember Schneeman seconded the motion.
Councilmeraber Duggan moved approval of the 3.2 On-
Sale Malt Liquor license as proposed. Councilineinber
Schneeman seconded the motion.
City Clerk Swanson asked if the City Council wishes to
waive the two-week waiting period on the 3.2 On-Sale
Malt Liquor license.
Councib-neinber Duggan moved to add the friendly
amendment to waive the two-week waiting period as
proposed.
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Councilmember Schneeman accepted this amendment.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Abstain: I (Councilmernber Krebsbach)
MOTION CARRIED
ALLEY VACATION City Engineer McDermott said Staff received a request
from Mr. Ken Noack of 677 4th Avenue to vacate some
alley that runs between his two parcels. This alley had
not been vacated in 1990 when the original alley was
vacated.
Ms. McDermott said the applicant would like to
combine his lots and create a 35,640 sq. ft. lot. Staff
recommends that these alley remnants be vacated as
they have no public use.
Mr. Noack said he is requesting this vacation as it will
affect his property taxes.
Mayor Huber opened the public hearing. Seeing no one
coming forth to speak, Mayor Huber closed the public
hearing.
Councilmember Krebsbach moved adoption of
RESOLUTION NO. 06-77: "A RESOLUTION
APPROVING VACATION OF AN ALLEY" as
proposed. Councilmember Duggan seconded the
motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
BID AWARD City Finance Director Kristen Schabacker said that bids
were received for the sale of bonds today for the 2006
Industrial Street Rehabilitation project. Ms. Schabacker
confirmed that the City has an AA2 rating. Ms.
Schabacker introduced Stacie Kvilvang from Ehlers and
Associates to present the results. Ms. Kvilvang gave a
brief review of her report.
Mayor Huber moved adoption of RESOLUTION NO.
06-78: "A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE
ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $630,000 GENERAL
OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES
2006A, PLEDGING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR
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THE SECURITY THEREOF AND LEVYING A TAX
FOR THE PAYMENT THEREOF". Councilmember
Schneeman seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
PLANNING CASE 06-26 Ms. McDennott introduced the case in which the
JACQUELINE PETERSON applicant is seeking a conditional use pen-nit to
871 Cheri Lane construct a detached garage. This request has been
recommended by the Planning Commission for
approval.
Ms. Peterson said her existing garage needs
replacement.
Mayor Huber opened the public hearing. Seeing no one
coming forth to speak, Mayor Huber closed the public
hearing.
Councilmember Vitelli moved adoption of
RESOLUTION NO. 06-79: "A RESOLUTION
APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF A DETACHED GARAGE
AT 871 CHERI LANE". Councilmember Schneeman
seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
PLANNING CASE 06-27 Ms. McDermott introduced the case in which the
MARCO SCIBORA applicant is seeking a conditional use permit to
construct a 6-ft. fence on his property line at 647 Sibley
Memorial Highway. A CUP is needed to allow a 6-ft.
fence within the 30-ft. front yard setback.
The applicant is also seeking a Critical Area Permit to
construct a fence in his back yard which is in the
Critical Area. A variance is also needed for this fence
as the applicant is proposed to place this fence within
the 40-ft bluff setback.
Mr. Scibora explained how he wishes to construct the
fencing around his property. The front fencing is
proposed to enhance the curbside while still confonning
to the neighborhood landscape, as well as providing
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safety to the homeowner and visitors. Mr. Scibora
talked about safety concerns of Highway 13 traffic and
the rear yard slope. Mr. Scibora shared pictures of his
property and explained how the fencing will enhance the
property and provide the needed safety.
Mr. Scibora said he currently resides at 767 Winslow,
Saint Paul, Minnesota, and that his son is currently
living in the home at 647 Sibley Memorial Highway.
Mr. Scibora also shared photos of other properties that
he has remodeled and landscaped, one being the
Berwood Hill B &B in Lanesboro, Minnesota.
Mr. Scibora commented on the neighboring properties,
showing how some of them have huge hedging that
hides the homes, and at the same time, the City's vision
is to provide an open and airy atmosphere in the City.
Councihneinber Krebsbach asked for confirmation on
the placement of the front fencing. Ms. McDermott said
the applicant wishes to place the fencing right along the
property line, which is between 18 -ft and 20 -ft from the
edge of the street. Councihnernber Krebsbach
confirmed that the ordinance requires fencing to be 30-
ft. from the property line for a 6 -ft. fence. Ms.
McDermott said a 3 -ft. fence could be placed within the
30 -ft. setback.
Councilmember Schneeman said the house is beautiful.
Councilmember Schneeman said she drove down
Lilydale Road and looked up the slope to see the clear
cutting that was done on the neighbor's property and
said it looks horrible. Councilmeraber Schneeman said
she believes a fence along the back of the applicant's
property would be visible from the bottom of the slope.
Councilmember Schneeman said she would not be
supportive of a fence in the back yard, and has not heard
of any instance where anyone was injured on that slope.
Councilmember Vitelli asked if an 8 -foot hedge would
be pennitted under the zoning ordinance. Mr. Danielson
said vegetation can be planted without a permit.
Mr. Burt Anderson, 643 Sibley Memorial Highway, is
the neighbor two houses down from the applicant. Mr.
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Anderson said the Planning Commission recommended
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denial of this application and feels that the City Council
should do so also. Hedging such as he has is more
appropriate for the neighborhood and feels that fencing
as proposed would lead to proliferation of fencing in the
area. The proposed fence would also be ornamental and
would not be sufficient for safety issues.
Mr. Tom Sullivan, 641 Sibley Memorial Highway, said
he is against the back yard fencing. All the neighbors
along the bluff line have the same problem and have
learned to live with it. Mr. Sullivan opposes the back
yard fencing.
Mr. Paul Haggerty, 645 Sibley Memorial Highway, said
he was in support of the application, and feels that the
Scibora's do a wonderful job in their remodeling and
landscaping projects. Mr. Haggerty said he spoke with
the Huestis' that live directly next to the Scibora's on
the other side and they are completely supportive of this
application.
Councilmember Duggan asked the applicant if there are
any plans to come back to the City asking for rezoning
for a bed and breakfast. Mr. Scibora said he would not.
Councilmember Krebsbach said there seems to be some
options for the applicant and would not support the
variance for the front yard as she does not feel that the
applicant would make full use of that portion of the
yard. Councihneinber Krebsbach said that the Planning
Commission rarely votes unanimous on a decision to
turn applications down. Councilmember Krebsbach
said she is in favor of supporting it completely but
would be open to arguments regarding the safety in the
back yard.
Mayor Huber said there is a lot of fencing along
Highway 13 and said there are numerous different kinds
of fencing in that area, mostly with some type of
vegetation around them. Mayor Huber said he is not
convinced that the proposed fence would contribute to a
"closing in" feeling, and is not overly concerned about
the proposal for the front fence.
Councilmember Duggan said he doesn't agree with the
idea of putting the fence 30 -ft. back and dividing the
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property up. Councilmember Duggan asked if the
applicant would consider putting in a fence in that
would be 4 -ft in height at the ends, and .come down to 3-
ft. in the middle. Councilmember Duggan said all the
fencing the applicant currently has is gorgeous and is
the most distinguished fencing the Mendota Heights that
he knows o£ Councilmember Duggan said he is not
happy with the idea of the fencing in the back as there is
enough growth and shrubbery in that area, however, if
the applicant continues with the stone wall that is
already back there, it would be just as visible as a fence.
Councilmember Duggan said he would be willing to
table this application to see what the applicant's gate
design will be.
Councilmember Vitelli said he supports the proposal
because it's a very eloquent proposal and would add
tremendous value to the home and their neighborhood.
Councilmember Vitelli said the front fencing will be in
the ditch and passerby's may only see the top 3 -ft. from
the road. Councilmember Vitelli said as far as
openness, the neighboring shrubs along the roadway do
not give the openness that the City is looking for. The
proposed fencing would give much more openness than
the shrubbery. Councilmember Vitelli said he has no
problem with the fence along the back at the bluff as it
will not be that visible, and the fencing is not ugly.
Councilmember Duggan asked Councilmember if he
would be supportive of tabling this applicant for a few
weeks to allow the applicant to come back with some
revisions to the architectural and landscape drawings to
show the gates.
Councilmember Vitelli said the applicant wants to close
in the yard, and he would easily put in a 3 -ft chain link
fence all around the sides and front, even up to the
roadway, but it would look terrible. Councilmember
Vitelli said the only issue in his opinion is that this is an
eloquent proposal that he fully supports because it is so
much better in his opinion than a 3 -ft chain link fence or
cedar fence. Councilmember Vitelli said he also
supports the fencing for the back yard and does not see a
problem with that, as it would be worse to plant a giant
hedge that would obstruct the view of the river.
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Councihnember Schneeman said she does not care
about the front yard so much, but is definitely against
the Critical Area Pen-nit for the back yard as fencing is
not needed and it may lead to proliferation of fencing
along the bluff line.
Councihnember Krebsbach asked the applicant why he
needs to be so close to the road. Mr. Scibora said space
is the most important element of design.
Councihmember Duggan moved to table action on the
application to a future meeting to allow the applicant to
gather more information and design revisions for the
front fence and gate. Councihnember Schneeman
seconded the motion.
Councilmeraber Vitelli asked the applicant if that would
be timely for him to prepare and come back to the City
Council. Mr. Scibora said he was fine with that.
Councihnember Vitelli said, in consideration of the
applicant, he would support the motion if the applicant
can come back in two weeks so he can proceed with the
work.
Councihnember Schneeman asked if the application can
be split into two parts: one resolution for the Critical
Area Permit and one resolution for the Conditional Use
Permit.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
PLANNING CASE 06 -28 Ms. McDermott introduced the case in which the
KRAVITZ / SCHORER applicant is seeking a critical area permit for slope
restoration in their rear yard at 739 Knollwood Court.
The Planning Conunission recommends approval of this
application.
Councihmember Vitelli asked about the tarp and debris
that was currently on this site. Dr. Kravitz said the tarp
is there to prevent more damage and will be removed.
There are some pipes at the bottom that will correct
during the restoration process.
Councihnember Vitelli said he would recommend the
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lower part of the cliff be restored as much as possible so
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it's aesthetically pleasing to people looking at it from
the other side. Ms. McDermott said that was part of the
conditions, and added another condition to have the
temporary piping installed by September 30, 2006 to
prevent further erosion of the hill in the event of rain.
Councilmeinber Krebsbach asked for confirmation that
this project will be of the same quality as that of the
Pipers. Ms. McDermott said this would be the same
design and quality, and has spoken to the Piper's
contractor who confirmed this.
Councilmember Krebsbach asked if there were any
issues about access. Dr. Kravitz said he now has some
verbal agreement with the Piper's where he will now be
accessing the property from the Piper's property. Dr.
Kravitz said the restoration will be done with access via
either the Piper property or having a crane on his
property lowering the equipment.
Councilmember Duggan moved adoption of
RESOLUTION NO. 06-28: "A RESOLUTION
APPROVING A CRITICAL AREA PERMIT FOR
SLOPE RESTORATION AT 739 KNOLLWOOD
COURT". Councilmeraber Schneeman seconded the
motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
DISCUSSION OF UNITED Ms. McDermott said she and Steve Grittman met with
PROPERTIES REZONING Drew Johnson from United Properties, who is interested
in rezoning the property on the northeast comer of Pilot
Knob Road and 1-494. Mr. Grittinan has recommended
B-3, General Business District. Mr. Johnson is
proposing a gas station/convenience store and a separate
building that would have local retail such as small
restaurant/coffee shop.
Mr. Johnson is seeking feedback from the City Council
on this project. Mr. Johnson reviewed the plans they
would like to pursue. After some discussion, the City
Council came to the consensus that a gas station would
not be a good fit, as the bright lights would not fit well
into this area. The City Council would be more open to
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seeing plans for some type of restaurant in that area, or
other retail that may have more inuted lighting.
DISCUSSION OF CITY OF Ms. McDermott said earlier this year, the City of
MENDOTA REQUEST FOR Mendota requested a waten-nain extension to serve
WATERMAIN EXTENSION Lots 33, 34, and 35 of a new plat called Mendota Ridge
Villa 2nd. At that time, the City Council tabled the
decision because the City sent a letter requesting an
EAW (Enviromnental Assessment Worksheet) be
performed. Since that time, the City has received a
response from Councilmeraber Golias, and Ms.
McDermott has spoken with the environmental quality
board and reviewed their rules. The finding was that a
mandatory EAW is not required for residential
development unless 250 unattached units are proposed.
In this case, there are only 5 or 6 units proposed.
Councilmeraber Krebsbach said she does not believe the
City of Mendota Heights had 250 unattached units for a
project and was required to submit the EAW. City
Attorney Tami Dielun said there are several ways an
environmental review can be initiated. The State laws
and rules have certain thresholds that when met, require
mandatory EAW. Any citizen, or citizen group, can
also petition the EQB (Environmental Quality Board)
and request an EAW be performed if they think that
there is the potential for a significant environmental
impact. When somebody petitions the EQB, the EQB
refers that back to the local govenunent unit. The local
government then makes a decision as to whether or not
any EAW is necessary or called for. As the local
government unit, the City Council has the responsibility
to move forward with the EAW if the petition has
outlined the potential for significant environmental
affect.
Councilmember Krebsbach said there was a lot of
resident interest in the development from the people that
lived along the bluff line, and does not believe that at
any point, the City Council was advised to decide if an
EAW would need a petition.
Ms. Diehm said she believes the City Council decided
that they would sent a letter requesting that the City of
Mendota conduct an environmental review because the
City of Mendota could have decided on their own, that
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due to responses they have heard, without a formal
petition, they could have decided to undertake an
environmental review. Ms. Diehin said she recalls that
the view of the City Council at that time was that the
City Council wanted to send that message, as a
neighboring city; you have invited them to undertake the
enviromnental review process. Ms. Diehrn said she
recalls that the City Council decided that they did not
want to initiate a petition, but send a letter as a
neighboring governmental unit.
Councihmember Krebsbach said construction has
already started, so the City of Mendota would have
granted a building permit without knowing that they
would have the water. Ms. McDermott said that was
correct. Councilmember Krebsbach asked if there was
any communication between the two cities that this
hookup would ultimately happen. Ms. McDermott and
Mr. Danielson said they were not aware of any such
connnunication. Councihmeimber Krebsbach said she
doe not understand how these homes could begin
construction without having the water available.
Brian Miller, BDM Consulting Engineers, 4175 Lovell
Road, Lexington, MN, spoke on behalf of the City of
Mendota. Mr. Miller said the City of Mendota has a
desire to close the loop between the east and west
connections in the city, and that interest has been
expressed long before any of these developments came
about. The City of Mendota would like to capitalize on
opportunities to extend the main either through grants or
by leveraging developments. The development, as it is,
could be served with private wells. There is also
sanitary sewer available. Mr. Miller said the issue at
hand is that the City of Mendota would like to extend
their watermain, and close the loop. By closing the
loop, there would be better supply for firefighting, water
quality, and good circulation through the system.
Mayor Huber asked how many residents would be
served by this extension. Mr. Miller said the intended
extension is to extend across the property that is
currently owned by the developer and the City of
Mendota has the opportunity for him to pay for the
construction costs. Mr. Miller said the first building (a
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double unit) is progressing and there are two single units
in the process as well. There are three completed units.
Councilmember Duggan said by having better water
circulation, the quality is better for everyone and
providing better services for fire services is important.
Mr. Miller said it's the goal of all cities that as much as
practical, water should be looped and not dead - ended.
Mr. Miller said that the St. Paul Water Utilities will not
be doing any financing, so the City of Mendota is
looking to the developer for help. Councilmember
Duggan said he supports this project for the benefit of
better water pressure and thinks it's a good project.
Councilmember Krebsbach asked Councilmember
Golias what the chances were to obtain the water supply
when the building permits were granted.
Councilmember Golias said they want to continue the
loop, and that's a better desire since they were able to
receive water coining through the agreement with the
City of Mendota Heights and we agreed to take sewage
from Pilot Knob Hill and the Church of St. Peter in
exchange for the water service. At the time of the
agreement in 1995, St. Paul Water Utility said the goal
was to continue the watermain. The City of Mendota
desires to receive the water through the extension to
serve the new development, but it is not necessary as
they can supply water with wells.
Councilmember Krebsbach commented on the resident
feedback that was received concerning the height of the
buildings along the bluff. Councilmember Krebsbach
said this issue has become totally lost in the water issue
and is concerned that the City of Mendota did not
response to the request of environmental study.
Councilmember Krebsbach said the development along
that area is beautiful but is a real departure on how
Mendota and Mendota Heights has collectively
protected the bluff line, and commended the City of
Mendota for preserving the connnunity as they have.
Councilmember Vitelli asked why the City of Mendota
did not respond to the EAW request as this is a critical
area. Councilmember Golias said they did not feel it
was needed and the buildings are well over 100 -ft back
from the bluffs.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
DISCUSSION OF 2007
BUDGET AND LEVY
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
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Councilmember Duggan suggested that there be a
workshop held with the City of Mendota Heights, the
City of Mendota, and the City of Lilydale to discuss
future development of Highway 13. Councilmember
Schneeman said there needs to be better communication.
Councilmember Duggan moved to approve the
watermain extension for the City of Mendota as
proposed. Councilmember Schneeman seconded the
motion.
Ms. Schabacker presented the 2007 Preliminary Budget,
Preliminary Levy and the Special Taxing District.
Councilmember Vitelli moved adoption of the following
resolutions: RESOLUTION NO. 06-82:
"RESOLUTION ADOPTING 2007 PROPOSED
BUDGET"; RESOLUTION NO. 06-83:
"RESOLUTION APPROVING TENTATIVE 2006
LEVY COLLECTIBLE IN 2007"; AND
RESOLUTION 06-84: "RESOLUTION APPROVING
FINAL 2006 TAX LEVY FOR SPECIAL TAXING
DISTRICT NO. 1 COLLECTIBLE IN 2007".
Councilmember Schneeman seconded the motion.
COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Vitelli said he would like to get the
process moving along on the Infill Study and the night
parking in the city.
Councilmember Schneeman welcomed Jake Sedlacek to
the city.
Mayor Huber said he will send any continents received
regarding parking to Ms. McDermott. Councilmember
Krebsbach said there have not been enough votes
received by the Parking Committee to make a final
decision, and if there is not support for any changes
regarding the lot sizes, the City needs to let the residents
go forward with their plans.
September 5, 2006
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ADJOURN There being no further business to come before Council,
Councilinernber Duggan moved to adjourn.
Councilmernber Vitelli seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 10:10 p.m.
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